1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 56 kg more than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
